Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce: Easy & Delicious Homemade Delight
Discover how to make the best Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce in your kitchen with this easy and delicious recipe.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt to taste
- 4 pita breads
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine olive oil, cumin, paprika, turmeric, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and salt.
- Add chicken thighs and coat well. Marinate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until cooked through.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Serve in pita bread with garlic sauce and your favorite toppings.
Notes
- This shawarma can be served with a side of salad for a complete meal.
- Feel free to add more spices based on your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pita with chicken
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg